Car hires in Sapporo, Hokkaido Prefecture

To hire a car in Sapporo for a weekend in November, we found prices as low as $128 with an average of $128. Deals are a little different for a week-long hire - starting at around $34, with an average price of $92.

Every car hire company in Sapporo has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in Sapporo include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, ORIX Rent a Car, and Budget, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

Based on the weather in Sapporo during the month of November, you should hire an SUV. Sapporo in November typically sees, on average, 70 mm of precipitation with an average temperature of -2 °C. Although the weather may vary from year to year, renting an SUV is your best bet because it can manoeuvre through snow and ice thanks to the AWD feature. Hiring a SUV in Sapporo will cost you $121/day on average.

When you hire a car in Sapporo, you should abide by the city’s 60 km/h speed limit. The speed limits on any suburban roads and highways in Sapporo are 80 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. Be on the lookout for posted signage, because these speed limits might change depending on where you are within Sapporo.

RAKURAKU Rental Car has the Volvo XC60 (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Sapporo. You can expect to hire the Volvo XC60 in Sapporo from RAKURAKU Rental Car for $161/day on average.

In October, Sapporo usually gets 120 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 10 °C. This information can be very helpful when looking at hire cars in Sapporo as it can help you make the best decision.

The climate in Hokkaido Prefecture during October is usually 10 °C with an expected 107 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Sapporo on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

Prices for cars in Sapporo are updated daily.

There are 155 operators available for cars in Sapporo as of October 2025.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Sapporo. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to hire a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred hire company before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Sapporo. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.